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MA S2341

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Brady

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Origin

Senate

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Requires all freight trains and light engines in Massachusetts to operate with a minimum crew of 2 persons, with exemptions for hostler service and utility employees

  • Establishes escalating fines for willful violations: $250-$1,000 for first offense, $1,000-$5,000 for second offense within 3 years, and $5,000-$10,000 for third and subsequent offenses within 3 years

  • Amends Chapter 161C of the General Laws by adding Section 8

  • Effective date of July 1, 2025

  • Similar legislation (Senate No. 2201) was filed in the 2023-2024 session

Legislative Description

Relative to 2-person train crew size

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2783

12/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/27/2025

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